A Multi-Faceted Program Providing Holistic, Trauma-Informed Support Services to Underserved and Vulnerable Populations
Basic Needs & Emergency Support
- Referrals for emergency shelter and transitional housing
- Food pantry access or meal distribution
- Hygiene kits and clothing donations
- Transportation assistance
- Referrals for utility and rental assistance
- Free or low-cost childcare
Mental Health & Emotional Support
- Individual and group therapy
- Crisis counseling and trauma-informed care
- Substance use and recovery support services
- Peer support groups (e.g., domestic violence survivors, formerly incarcerated)
- Mental health screenings and referrals
- Mindfulness, stress management and emotional regulation workshops
Education & Youth Development
- After-school programs and tutoring for at-risk youth
- Mentorship programs
- GED preparation and adult basic education
- Parenting classes and family literacy programs
- Financial literacy education
- ESL (English as a Second Language) classes
- College application and scholarship support
Employment & Job Readiness
- Job training and certification programs
- Resume building and interview coaching
- Employment placement assistance
- Paid internships or apprenticeship opportunities
- Access to work-appropriate clothing (e.g., job interview attire)
- Digital literacy and computer skills training
Healthcare & Wellness
- Referrals for free or sliding scale primary care
- Mobile health clinics
- Referrals for dental and vision screening
- Reproductive and maternal health services
- Health education workshops (e.g., nutrition, diabetes prevention)
- Referrals for substance abuse treatment
Housing & Stability
- Housing navigation and case management
- Assistance applying for Section 8 or public housing
- Mediation with landlords
- Credit repair and housing readiness education
- Referrals for support with security deposits and application fees
Legal & Advocacy
- Referrals for legal aid for housing, custody, immigration, and criminal records
- Advocacy for domestic violence or trafficking survivors
- Assistance with expungement of criminal records
- Help obtaining government identification and vital records
- Know-your-rights workshops
- Re-entry services
Case Management & Navigation
- Comprehensive needs assessments
- Individualized goal-setting and service plans
- Navigation of public benefits (e.g., SNAP, Medicaid, TANF)
- Referrals to community resources
- Ongoing check-ins and progress tracking
Family & Community Support
- Domestic violence shelters and safety planning
- Family reunification services
- Support for children of incarcerated parents
- Respite care for caregivers
- Community-building events and support groups